Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 17 September 2024. NOTE: Must use MM/DD/YYYY date format for experience on resume.

This position will serve as Patent Attorney in the Legal Office (AFRL/RIJ) at the Information Directorate (RI) located in Rome, New York.

The position duties include but are not limited to:

• Provides highly specialized legal advice and counsel within the Air Force on complex patent prosecution and related intellectual property matters.
• Responsible for the timely and independent negotiation, preparation, filing, and prosecution of legal instruments and documents, including: patent applications; patent interference proceedings; infringement investigations; patent appeals; technology transfer and related agreements; Invention Secrecy Act (ISA) orders and related applications; and patent, trademark, copyright, and technical data agreements and claims.
• Conducts legal and scientific research and advises employees on rights in inventions, patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, technical data, computer software.
• Advises on rights in technical data and computer software, and administers the office program to monitor contractor compliance with the Patent Rights clause in government contracts and other instruments.
• Responsible for the timely completion of administrative duties, as assigned by leadership.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Failure to obtain and maintain the required clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal.
• Proof of successful completion of a law degree (minimum: J.D. or equivalent)
• Provide evidence that the applicant has successfully passed the U.S. Patent and Trademark Organization (USPTO) registration exam and is an active (USPTO)member.
• Proof of active membership of the Bar of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any U.S. territory, in good standing
• Drug testing designated position; Incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and participation in random drug testing
• The employee must, within 30-days of assuming this position and annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report; and is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.
• Travel and/or performance of additional duties may be required

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with or within the Department of Defense research community
• Cultivates and sustains a professional environment of cooperation, cohesion and teamwork
• Ability to work with minimal oversight
• An understanding of DoD and DAF instructions, processes, and regulations, especially those related to intellectual property and technology transfer

(Req No. 54362)

Additional Information

• We offer some additional workplace flexibilities, such as flexible work schedules and telework options (as determined by the supervisor).
• Benefits of a government employee include, Federal Employee Health Benefits, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Federal Holidays off, Pension, Thrift Savings Plan, and more. Information on Federal Benefits and Retirement can be found at OPM.gov

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Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.